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Sharp Cheddar Biscuits, 7.4 OZ
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Sharp Cheddar Biscuits, 7.4 OZ

CALLIES
Available at Whole Foods
100
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
280mg
Sodium
56
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find these packaged sharp cheddar biscuits in the grocery bakery or refrigerated/prepared foods section — an easy grab for weekend brunch, a holiday side, or a quick comfort snack. They give an indulgent, nostalgic vibe (homemade-style biscuits) while promising consistent flaky texture and convenience. The ingredient list (chemical leavening agents and stabilizers like guar, carob bean and xanthan gums, enriched flour and multiple dairy preparations) and the ready-to-eat format point to industrial processing and formulation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 BISCUIT
Servings per Container: 6
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4.5g6%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium280mg12%
Total Carbohydrate12g4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein2g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

FLOUR, ((WHEAT, FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMIN, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID), LEAVENING, (SODIUM, ACID, PYROPHOSPHATE,, BAKING, SODA,, MONOCALCIUM, PHOSPHATE),, SALT), BUTTERMILK, (WHOLE, MILK,, NATURAL, CULTURE,, SALT), CHEESE, (PASTEURIZED, MILK,, CHEESE, CULTURE,, SALT,, ENZYMES,, ANNATTO, (COLOR)), BUTTER, (PASTEURIZED, CREAM,, SALT), AND, CREAM, CHEESE, (PASTEURIZED, MILK, AND, CREAM, CHEESE, CULTURE,, SALT,, GUAR, GUM,, CAROB, BEAN, GUM,, XANTHAN, GUM)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • ANNATTO - Artificial coloring
No Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Ready-to-eat packaged product with industrial formulations and additives (hydrocolloids, chemical leaveners, enriched flour and stabilizers) fits NOVA group 4 as an ultra-processed food.

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Common Questions about Sharp Cheddar Biscuits, 7.4 OZ

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit of a moving target, right? These biscuits have some tasty ingredients like cheddar cheese and buttermilk, but they also pack in sodium and aren't high in fiber or protein. They can be a delightful treat or a fun addition to a meal, but think of them as a snack rather than a health powerhouse.

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
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Vibe:

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$8.99
per package